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I do that too! I insert the strip without starting the machine sometimes. My machine accepts the strip and wakes up!

Thank you for responding. The reason I asked is because, in my case, when my INR test result at home is 2.6, it’s around 2.4 at the lab! This is why I stick to stay towards the higher value.

Was INR 1.7 result test done at the Coumadin clinic or you self-tested at home and you reported it to the C Clinic? Again, glad you’re now on the higher level.

A few years ago, a visual disturbance in my left eye looked like a descending grey *shade* that temporarily obstructed my vision. Luckily, my ophthalmologist examined me promptly and advised me to check my INR upon returning home by which time my vision was ok again. Regrettably, I do not...

@3mm, No I did not ask to lower my INR range! My INR range should be 2.5-3.5, as I have St. Jude aortic and mitral mechanical valves and my surgeon said my INR could safely extend up to 4 in my situation. So, when my INR was 3.6, they asked me to lower my dose by .5 mg for one night, which was...

Oh sorry Buck83. I’m glad you’re ok. I’m keeping same activity level t as I’m enjoying my exercises, yet it’s on the back of my mind if strenuous exercise had something to do with it! I started exercising regularly two years ago! But I maybe wrong This is why I shared this to find out if...

Yes, dear ottagal, this is worrying news, it came as a surprise! Now reading about it, I find it surprising that it’s too common and yet no explanation why it happens in older adults. My mind cannot stop analyzing to figure out why. I had a TEE two years ago when I had Cardioversion and there...

Thank you, Chuck for your sincere wishes. im hanging in there…I have no other choice than to accept what we cannot change and pray!

Thank you, Gail. You’re in my thoughts…your plate is full. Best of luck to you.

Thank you. Good luck to you with your next echo. My cardiologist has not yet published his “clinical notes” yet. I sent him a message and I hope to hear from him soon.

Yes, Pellicle. This came as a shocking surprise and I’m delving into the potential causes! I’m also sharing my experience in the hope to find common ground with others who have a similar condition.

Yes, I’m following his advice. Thank you. I fully trust him and trust his genuine care. Until today, I cannot see his “clinical notes” to better understand everything he said as I may have misheard or couldn’t remember all he said due to the shock of hearing I have a hole though he assured me...

I asked him and his advice was to stop when I reach point too tired and cannot continue, which I’ll do as I’m enjoying these strengthening exercises! Stay well.

Hello all, Feeling a whirlwind of emotions—sadness, confusion, bewilderment, …, etc. after my recent “Bubble echo” test, which uncovered a hole in my heart. Despite the turmoil of feelings, I am coming to terms with this unexpected discovery and learning to accept what lies beyond my control...

Very happy for you, Duffey! Wishing you more years of healthy ticking!

Hello, Cooker. wishing you many more years of ticking to come.

Hi @mick1807 again. Here’s a *diagnosis* that applies to me! Today I was exercising at the gym when I started seeing my auras in both eyes. My coach, luckily, is senior with many years of experience. He asked about these auras. I explained to him what I was seeing and how they last for 20-30...

I’m one of those who love my Metoprolol succinate…it’s a life savior for me and will never get off it again. One year after stopping it in 2014, with the approval of a new cardio in a new town we moved to, I had my first A-Fib and stayed 5 days in the hospital. Then was put back on it after...

I get these auras too every now and then and way before my OH surgery before my valves’ replacement. Ophthalmologist asked me to go and see him when they happen, but by the time I’d reach him they would be gone! so, I shut my eyes and relax my sight and mind!

Best of luck.